Symmetrical periumbilical extension of a midline incision: a simple technique.
BACKGROUND
Periumbilical extension of midline incision often results in an irregular, unaesthetic scar with beveled edges.


METHODS
An Allis clamp is placed at the lateral margin of the umbilicus with subsequent medial traction. This straightens the proposed periumbilical incision, resulting in a symmetrical scar.


RESULTS
We have used this technique extensively over the past several years with excellent results and no adverse sequelae.


CONCLUSIONS
This simple technique results in the symmetrically curvilinear, nonbeveled periumbilical extension of a midline incision.
Denehy
T R
TR
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, New Jersey 07039, USA. tdenehy@dnamail.com
Einstein
M
M
Gregori
C A
CA
Breen
J L
JL
D000009:Abdominal Muscles / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D013509:Gynecologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D014472:Umbilicus